1999 Holden Commodore vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Holden Commodore.
Because 1999 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Commodore | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Previa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2436 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |